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OPINION

Letter: Centerville girls soccer 'more than just a team'

Centerville soccer is more than just a team. I started out as a freshman unsure of what I was going to do. My decision was should I play soccer or not. Luckily some of my friends talked me into playing. I came in as nervous as ever, unsure if I would make the team.

Tryouts and conditioning were really tough. I never had to work that hard in junior high. When that Friday came and the letters got passed out I got one that said congratulations, practice Monday after school. I had never been so excited. That year I ended up starting for the team and not only did I find a passion for soccer but I found a family.

Centerville soccer is the closest team I have ever been a part of. I'm not only talking about the girls' side, but also the boys. Each side pushes each other to become better while making friendships that will last forever. Centerville isn't like a big school that has a lot of nice facilities and tools, but what we do have are fields and a great team spirit.

Throughout the spring and summer we all get together throughout the week and just play soccer for fun. You would be amazed how much just playing for a few hours a day or shooting around for an hour can pay off.

The girls team won a sectional title my sophomore year and got to the sectional finals the next two years and the boys have won multiple sectionals and have been close to winning regionals.

Now that I have graduated and will continue my soccer career into college, I'm grateful to still be connected with Centerville soccer. I am glad that I can be a friend, "assistant coach" and fan for the younger players on and off the field. Like I said, Centerville soccer is more than just a team; it is a family.

Interested in joining the Centerville High School Girls Varsity Soccer team? Tryouts will be held on Aug. 1 and 2 6-7:30 p.m. will be held at the Centerville High School practice fields behind the tennis courts. To tryout, students going into the ninth-12th grades must supply completed physical and consent forms, which are available at the front office of the high school. Players must have ISHA regulation shin guards and cleats to participate and should bring their own water. Centerville High School's phone number is 765-855-3481.